Review of Spirits of the Dead (1968) by Christopher S — 31 Oct 2008

A horrid example of European pretension over good storytelling.

This review of Spirits of the Dead (1968) was written by Christopher S on 31 Oct 2008.

Spirits of the Dead has generally received positive reviews.

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